For 12 months starting today, employers with a history of underpaying the superannuation guarantee will have a chance to "wipe the slate clean" and clear any pile of unpaid super without copping late payment penalties from the Government, according to legislation introduced in the Parliament today.

The Financial Services Council supports negotiations between Australia and the Council of the European Union to flesh out a free trade agreement. The FTA will widen the door for Australian funds to access Europe's sophisticated funds management industry.

When Shawn Blackmore joined AustralianSuper in December 2007, the fund was just getting started. The group executive of member experience and advice tells Jamie Williamson what's in store for the next decade.